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IrelandScotlandWalesEarly release scheme could see dangerous criminals released, Conservatives warnThe warning comes after the prime minister said some prisoners serving indefinite sentences could be freed to increase prison capacity.40 mins agoPoliticsParents of seriously ill children should get paid leave, says commissionerChildren's commissioner Dame Rachel de Souza has backed called for more support for parents and carers.8 hrs agoUKBusiness groups urge Swinney to scrap 'ineffective' food price cap planMore than 20 organisations have written a joint letter to John Swinney urging him to scrap his plan for a legal cap on some food and drink prices.3 hrs agoScotland PoliticsHints of fiery finale for last ever episode of River CityThe Scottish soap opera, based in the fictional Glasgow district of Shieldinch, is coming to an end after 24 years.6 hrs agoGlasgow & West ScotlandJewish community in harder position than immediately after synagogue attack, says rabbiRabbi Daniel Walker says members of the Jewish community are feeling increasingly vulnerable.11 hrs agoManchesterPatel to be replaced by Tugendhat as shadow foreign secretaryKemi Badenoch is expected to carry out a wider reshuffle of her front bench team following high-profile departures. 10 hrs agoPoliticsEmergency measures needed to stop teachers quitting, say Lib DemsA survey by the party suggested almost half of teachers reported considering quitting the classroom in the next five years.10 hrs agoEnglandSamuel breaks more new ground with first win at a SlamBritish qualifier Toby Samuel breaks more new ground with a dominant victory over Tomas Machac on his US Open debut.UK raises case of British activist detained by settlers in West Bank with IsraelFinn Joughin, a 22-year-old student activist, was arrested in the Palestinian village of Umm Al-Kheir.Grandfather dies months after confronting burglarsGordon Nicholass, 85, was the victim of a burglary at his home, say Lancashire Police.Fears over 'high risk' crossing after train crash deathAn investigation is ongoing into the cause of a crash in which a delivery driver was killed on a crossing.British woman killed in stabbing at German railway stationA 27-year-old German man was arrested immediately after the incident in Rosenheim, Bavaria.Watch/Listen'It's destroying our town': Residents tell of concern after violent incidents near MiddlesbroughResidents near Middlesbrough have told the BBC of their concern after a spate of violent incidents in their area. Video appears to show police chase minutes before fatal A66 crashSeveral police vehicles are seen chasing a car just three minutes before the crash on the A66 near Middlesbrough.Is UK's Storm Shadow missile a game changer for Ukraine?Correspondent Joe Inwood breaks down the weapons technology that could make a difference in the Russia-Ukraine war.Watch: What will happen to Harry and Meghan's security arrangements? Prince Harry and Meghan are expected to remain private individuals, but security has long been a point of tension.Features & analysisThis actor was told he had Alzheimer's, now he's performing a one-man showPeter Marinker is taking on one of Samuel Beckett's most famous plays alone on a London stage.The druid, the weather presenter and the astronomer - when does autumn start?Why are there three different dates for the start of autumn and who follows which date? The Papers: 'Killers blocked from early release' and 'Harry should fund security'Monday's papers are dominated by changes to the government's early release scheme for prisoners in England and Wales. The mystery of why so many black Britons still can't swimFor decades, swimming ability has been lower in the black community. Our writer asks why.The millennials swapping doom-scrolling for gardeningYoung people say gardening offers joy, serenity and a sense of community.More from the UKFamilies welcome changes to early release schemePM Andy Burnham excludes child manslaughter and deaths from neglect from early release scheme after victims and families campaign.Man left with 'severe' injures after being shot in the legIt happened at about 21:30 BST in an alley between the Falls Road and Ross Road on Sunday.Business groups urge Swinney to scrap 'ineffective' food price cap planMore than 20 organisations have written a joint letter to John Swinney urging him to scrap his plan for a legal cap on some food and drink prices.Masseuse fits rape alarm in treatment room after men treat her like 'a sex worker'Ffion Price, 26, wants better college training after experiencing sexual harassment. Latest updates2 hrs agoMinnie Merriman: Mum thanks public for 'incredible' supportThe nine-year-old died earlier this month after being found seriously injured in Arbroath.2 hrs ago8 hrs agoParents of seriously ill children should get paid leave, says commissionerChildren's commissioner Dame Rachel de Souza has backed called for more support for parents and carers.8 hrs ago17 hrs agoPrisoners freed early are returning to jail at rapid rate, governors tell BBCPM Andy Burnham on Sunday announced changes to the next early release scheme - scheduled to start in October - which mean PC Harper's killers will stay in jail.17 hrs ago19 hrs agoWho are the 33 British nationals missing in Nepal?Among those reported missing after deadly floods are a 13-year-old girl and 14-year-old boy.19 hrs ago1 day agoHopes porpoise net recording can help stop deathsScientists hope a recording of an entangled porpoise can help them find ways of reducing deaths.1 day ago1 day agoI was told I was unworthy to be a mother, then they stole my babyMarion McMillan was one of about 250,000 women who were forced to have their babies adopted between 1949 and 1976. 1 day ago2 days agoRoyal Navy warships track Russian vessels for three days in UK watersHMS Duncan, HMS St Albans and HMS Severn used radars to monitor four vessels as they passed through the North Sea and English Channel last week.2 days ago2 days agoSarah Ferguson expected back in the UK 'shortly', source saysThe former Duchess of York is renting a six-bed house in the Home Counties, reports say.2 days ago2 days agoSweetcorn ice creams and pastries: The latest 'swavoury' trend taking over your feedFrom lattes to pastries, UK foodies are embracing the humble sweetcorn as more than a pizza topping.2 days ago...
